The January cable news ratings are in, and for the 24th consecutive year, Fox News ended the month as the top outlet.
During the month, Fox News averaged 2.4 million viewers in the weekday prime ratings. In the total category, the network finished the month with 1.4 million viewers.
Of the top 100 cable news broadcasts for the month, 98 were from Fox News.
“I am incredibly proud of our entire team for driving FOX News Channel to 24 consecutive years at number one,” said Fox News Media CEO Suzanne Scott. “This milestone reflects the dedication and hard work that has defined the network since its launch 30 years ago.
“We are not only leading cable, but rivaling the broadcast networks, while remaining steadfast in our commitment to meet viewers where they are and deliver the most important stories from around the world,” concluded Scott.
The Five was the top program during 2026’s first month. The show averaged 3.7 million viewers during January. Jesse Watters Primetime, meanwhile, averaged 3 million viewers during the 8 PM ET timeslot. The late-night show, Gutfeld!, averaged 2.8 million viewers, while Hannity and The Ingraham Angle each averaged 2.5 million viewers for the month.
In the Monday to Sunday primetime window, Fox News averaged 2 million viewers. That figure represents an 11% uptick. CNN saw a 35% increase year-over-year to 660,000 viewers. MS NOW saw a 1% year-over-year increase, up to 887,000 viewers in the category.
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